General
Controlling Mosquito Habitats
During mosquito season many of us feel as though we are the only ones the mosquitoes seem to bother. Have you ever wondered why mosquitoes seem to target some people while others seldom get bit?
Planning Ahead
Budget season is upon us. This is a timely opportunity to address some of the questions that may arise during the year. Why don’t the annual flowers look very good?
Value of Service
There are three (3) types of service management: Reactive, Crisis Management and Proactive. Reactive Service Management is most common in the green industry. The property manager has a problem on the property with the landscape and they call the service provider.
Landscape Pest Control
Landscape pests come in many forms, from mites or aphids to gophers or deer. No matter their size or sparseness in number, all can take their toll on a landscape.
Soil Testing
Soil tests are one of the most valuable services we provide for our customers. It details information that allows for the development and implementation of improved fertility programs that, in turn, help turf and ornamentals in a multitude of ways.
Organic-Is it Worth the Money?
Irrigation
Water Conservation-GET STARTED
Irrigation Run Times
We have all heard the cry from our local water suppliers about how the irrigation should be operated for less frequent intervals with longer run times…
Pop-up Sprinklers
There are several manufacturers and types of sprinklers. The most common are micro, pop-up, gear driven, and impact. Of these, this article will focus on the standard pop-up type that is found in most small lawns.
JPA Water Conservation Program
Improving Irrigation System Efficiency
Mulch
Mulch is any material that is loosely and uniformly spread on the surface of the soil under and around plants. There are many types commonly used; tree bark, peat moss, compost, wood chips, recycled wood waste, sawdust, gravel, cobblestone, and inorganic geo-fabrics.
Mulch Revisited
Plant Growth Regulators and the Drought
Drought-What it means to You
All Things Green
Plant Health Care
The topic of Plant Health Care has been discussed indirectly in previous issues on aerating, de-thatching, understanding microenvironments, pesticide controls, etc. However, the definition of “Plant Health Care” has not been clearly stated.
Revisiting Turf Mowing Guidelines
Mowing height is one of the most important aspects of lawn care. Turf grasses mowed at low heights have limited leaf area to sustain photosynthesis rates vital to maintaining a high level of plant vigor. Mowing heights between 2″-3″ for most lawns is best.
Arbor Care
The topic of Arbor care is being discussed in this newsletter to allow sufficient time for evaluation of your tree maintenance requirements and to prepare for the fall and winter months. This is the time when most tree work is performed.
Microenvironments
Controlling excessive ground and surface water is a challenge when conditions change in a landscape. As landscapes mature, small environment changes called microenvironments can develop and exist side-by-side.
Tree Care Report
Trees can be a great asset, adding beauty as well as value to a property. However, care and effort must be taken to ensure that the trees enhance the property without interfering with walkways, structures, sight clearance, light clearance, and other aspects of the landscape.
Turf Mowing Guidelines
Mowing height is one of the most important aspects of lawn care. Turf grasses mowed at low heights have limited leaf area to sustain photosynthesis rates vital to maintaining a high level of plant vigor. Mowing heights between 2″-3″ for most lawns is best.